Lost Houses Of Britain

Lost Houses Of Britain

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This is a secondhand book. The jacket image is a photograph of the exact copy we have in stock. This image shows the condition of this book. Further condition remarks are below.

Author: Anna Sproule
Binding: Hardback
Publisher: DAVID & CHARLES, 1982

Condition remarks:
Book: Good
Jacket: Worn/faded, no tears
Pages: Good
Markings: No markings

This architectural history, Lost Houses Of Britain, chronicles the vanished grandeur of Britain's stately homes, presenting a poignant record of estates that have succumbed to time, war, or economic hardship. Anna Sproule meticulously details the stories behind these lost treasures, from their initial construction and the families who inhabited them to their eventual demolition or decay. The narrative evokes a sense of nostalgic reverence for a bygone era, illustrating the social and cultural shifts that led to their disappearance. It offers a compelling look at the architectural heritage that shaped the British landscape, providing insights into the forces that both create and destroy such magnificent structures.

Author: Anna Sproule

Published: 1982, DAVID & CHARLES

Vendor: Secondhand Stock
SKU: 2026200001327-SECONDHAND
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Description

Author: Anna Sproule
Binding: Hardback
Publisher: DAVID & CHARLES, 1982

Condition remarks:
Book: Good
Jacket: Worn/faded, no tears
Pages: Good
Markings: No markings

This architectural history, Lost Houses Of Britain, chronicles the vanished grandeur of Britain's stately homes, presenting a poignant record of estates that have succumbed to time, war, or economic hardship. Anna Sproule meticulously details the stories behind these lost treasures, from their initial construction and the families who inhabited them to their eventual demolition or decay. The narrative evokes a sense of nostalgic reverence for a bygone era, illustrating the social and cultural shifts that led to their disappearance. It offers a compelling look at the architectural heritage that shaped the British landscape, providing insights into the forces that both create and destroy such magnificent structures.